The RECOVER Pet CPR Guidelines
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What Are the RECOVER Guidelines for Pet CPR?
The RECOVER guidelines (Reassessment Campaign on Veterinary Resuscitation) are the world’s first internationally recognised, evidence-based standards for carrying out CPR on dogs and cats. Created by leading veterinary specialists, these guidelines outline the safest and most effective techniques to use when an animal experiences cardiac arrest.
Why the RECOVER Guidelines Matter
The recommendations were developed by hundreds of veterinary experts who reviewed the latest research into animal cardiac arrest, CPR performance, and survival outcomes. The result is a clear, structured framework that helps both veterinary professionals and trained pet carers respond quickly and confidently.
What the RECOVER Guidelines Include
The RECOVER system provides a step-by-step approach to managing a pet emergency where the heart or breathing has stopped. It includes:
- How to recognise cardiac arrest in dogs and cats
- How to perform chest compressions safely and effectively
- How to give rescue breaths during CPR
- The correct timing for reassessing the animal’s condition
By following this structured method, responders can deliver high-quality CPR that gives the pet the best possible chance of survival while waiting for veterinary assistance.
RECOVER Guidelines in Pet First Aid Training
These evidence-based practices are used worldwide in veterinary clinics. At ProTrainings, we incorporate the RECOVER guidelines into our Pet First Aid courses so that pet owners, groomers, kennel staff, breeders, and other professionals can perform CPR safely, confidently, and in line with veterinary best practice.
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